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Turkmenistan and the Maldives discussed the development of bilateral cooperation
26.07.2026On 23 July in Malé, the Ambassador of Turkmenistan to the Republic of the Maldives (resident in New Delhi), Sh. Geldinazarov, met with the Foreign Affairs Minister of the Republic of the Maldives, Iruthisham Adam. This was reported by the press office of the Foreign Affairs Ministry of Turkmenistan. The parties discussed prospects for cooperation in the political, diplomatic, trade, economic, cultural and humanitarian spheres. They also explored opportunities for collaboration in the transport, communications and tourism sectors, as well as cooperation within the framework of international organisations. Following the meeting, an agreement was reached to maintain regular contacts between the Foreign Affairs Ministry of Turkmenistan and the Republic of the Maldives with a view to further developing bilateral cooperation.
The UN General Assembly has backed Turkmenistan’s initiative for an International Year of International Law
26.07.2026On 24 July 2026, at the 106th plenary meeting of the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly, a resolution entitled ‘International Year of Law, 2028’ was adopted by consensus. The document was initiated by Turkmenistan and co-sponsored by 78 states, according to the press service of the Foreign Affairs Ministry of Turkmenistan. During the presentation of the draft, the Turkmen side stated that strengthening the primacy of international law is essential for maintaining global peace and security, achieving the Sustainable Development Goals and fostering multilateral cooperation. The adoption of the document confirms the international community’s support for Turkmenistan’s efforts to promote the principles of international law and build trust within the framework of the UN.
The Mejlis of Turkmenistan is expanding its legislative and international activities
25.07.2026On 24 July, Dunyagozel Gulmanova, Chairwoman of the Mejlis of Turkmenistan, reported on efforts to improve national legislation during a meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers. This was reported by the state news agency TDH. Draft laws are currently being drawn up concerning the protection of citizens’ rights and freedoms, the state registration of property rights, and Turkmenistan’s accession to international instruments. At the same time, amendments are being made to existing legislation. Inter-parliamentary cooperation is also continuing to develop. In particular, a meeting was held with a delegation led by the Head of the Korea–Turkmenistan Inter-Parliamentary Friendship Group, at which the expansion of bilateral relations was discussed. Representatives of the Mejlis also took part in events organised by the UNDP and the International Organisation for Migration. Summing up, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov emphasised the need to further strengthen the legislative framework and improve legal acts.
Turkmenistan presented its approaches to resource management to the UN Security Council
25.07.2026On 22 July 2026, Vepa Hajiyev, Turkmenistan’s Permanent Representative to the UN, addressed the open debate of the UN Security Council on ‘Maintenance of International Peace and Security: Managing Natural Resources for Peace, Security and Prosperity’. This was reported by the press service of the Foreign Affairs Ministry of Turkmenistan. The diplomat affirmed his country’s commitment to the equitable and mutually beneficial use of resources to strengthen global security. Vepa Hajiyev also noted that Ashgabat’s international initiatives in the fields of preventive diplomacy, the environment, energy and transport are enshrined in 32 UN General Assembly resolutions. Furthermore, the country’s representative reaffirmed Turkmenistan’s commitment to international cooperation in the context of its candidacy for a non-permanent seat on the UN Security Council for the period 2031–2032. This commitment had previously been endorsed by the Presidium of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan.
Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov held a telephone conversation with Shavkat Mirziyoyev
25.07.2026On 24 July, the National Leader of the Turkmen people and Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, held a telephone conversation with the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev. This was reported by the TDH news agency. Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov congratulated the Uzbek leader on his birthday, wishing him good health, well-being and success in his state duties. The National Leader of the Turkmen people also conveyed birthday greetings from the President of Turkmenistan, Serdar Berdimuhamedov. Shavkat Mirziyoyev expressed his gratitude for the congratulations and noted the high level of Turkmen-Uzbek cooperation, based on friendship, trust and mutual understanding. The President of Uzbekistan also asked that warm wishes be conveyed to President Serdar Berdimuhamedov. During the conversation, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov highlighted the achievements of the state policy pursued by the President of Uzbekistan and wished him further success in implementing his plans.
Turkmenistan has put forward a candidate for a non-permanent seat on the UN Security Council
24.07.2026Turkmenistan has officially put itself forward as a candidate for election as a non-permanent member of the UN Security Council for the period 2031–2032. This was reported by the IIC of Turkmenistan. This candidacy reflects the country’s foreign policy, which is based on the principles of permanent neutrality, peacemaking and preventive diplomacy. Following the recognition of its neutral status by the UN General Assembly in 1995, Turkmenistan has been developing cooperation with international partners, including within the framework of the Cooperation Framework Programme for 2026–2030. Among the arguments in support of its candidacy, the country highlights the activities of the UN Regional Centre for Preventive Diplomacy for Central Asia in Ashgabat, as well as international initiatives to strengthen peace and security. Turkmenistan’s initiatives are aimed at developing a collective security system and preventing conflicts in accordance with the principles of the UN Charter.
The Ambassador of Turkmenistan presented his credentials to the President of the Maldives
24.07.2026Shalar Geldinazarov, Ambassador of Turkmenistan resident in New Delhi, presented his credentials to Mohamed Muizzu, President of the Republic of the Maldives, at an official ceremony at the residence of the Head of State. This was reported by the IIC of Turkmenistan. Sh. Geldinazarov became the first Ambassador of Turkmenistan to be accredited to the Republic of the Maldives following the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries in September 1992. During the meeting, the parties discussed the development of bilateral cooperation, including trade and economic ties, investment and transport links. Representatives of both countries reaffirmed their interest in further strengthening their partnership.
The Head of Turkmenistan has sent a message of congratulations to Shavkat Mirziyoyev
24.07.2026The President of Turkmenistan, Serdar Berdimuhamedov, has congratulated the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev, on his birthday, extending his sincere wishes for good health, happiness and success in his public duties. This was reported by the TDH news agency. In his congratulatory message, the Head of State noted Uzbekistan’s steady development and the strengthening of its international standing, and also highly commended Shavkat Mirziyoyev’s personal contribution to the development of traditionally friendly relations and the strategic partnership between Turkmenistan and the Republic of Uzbekistan. The President of Turkmenistan emphasised that relations between the peoples of the two countries, based on shared historical, cultural and spiritual values, serve as an example of brotherhood and will continue to be strengthened. The Head of Turkmenistan also wished the people of Uzbekistan peace and prosperity.
Turkmenistan took part in drawing up the plan for the CIS inter-ministerial consultations
24.07.2026Representatives of Turkmenistan took part in a meeting of the expert group on the preparation of the draft Plan for Multilevel Inter-Ministerial Consultations for 2027, held on 22 July at the CIS headquarters. This was reported by the IIC of Turkmenistan. The event was also attended by representatives from Belarus, Russia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan and the CIS Executive Committee. The participants reviewed and broadly agreed on the draft document, discussing issues relating to the countries’ representation at the forthcoming consultations in accordance with the decisions of the CIS Council of Foreign Affairs Ministers. The proceedings of the meeting have been forwarded to the participating states for further consideration. The next meeting of the expert group is scheduled for 19 August.
The Group of Friends of Neutrality has expanded to include 30 UN member states
24.07.2026Nicaragua has joined the Group of Friends of Neutrality for Peace, Security and Sustainable Development, established on the initiative of Turkmenistan under the auspices of the United Nations. This was reported by the press office of the Permanent Mission of Turkmenistan to the UN. Following Nicaragua’s accession to the Group, the number of its members has reached 30 UN Member States from various regions of the world. The Group of Friends of Neutrality was established by Turkmenistan in 2020 and serves as a platform for promoting multilateral dialogue on issues of neutrality, preventive diplomacy, confidence-building and the peaceful settlement of disputes in accordance with the principles of the UN Charter. As part of the Group’s activities, meetings of Permanent Representatives to the UN in New York and annual meetings at the level of Foreign Affairs Ministers are held. Nicaragua’s decision to join reflects the interest of states in Turkmenistan’s initiatives to foster a culture of peace, dialogue and international cooperation.
Turkmenistan and the US discussed the development of bilateral cooperation
23.07.2026On 22 July, Rashid Meredov, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, held a meeting with Kristin Hawkins, Chargé d’Affaires ad interim of the United States of America in Turkmenistan. This was reported by the press service of the Foreign Affairs Ministry of Turkmenistan. The parties discussed the development of bilateral cooperation, including political and diplomatic dialogue, as well as cooperation in the trade, economic, cultural and humanitarian spheres. They also exchanged views on regional and international issues of mutual interest. Following the meeting, both sides reaffirmed their mutual interest in further strengthening constructive Turkmen-American cooperation.
The Head of Turkmenistan has sent a message of congratulations to the President of Italy
23.07.2026The President of Turkmenistan, Serdar Berdimuhamedov, has congratulated the President of the Italian Republic, Sergio Mattarella, on his 85th birthday. This was reported by the online news site AsmanNews. In his message of congratulations, the Head of State noted that Turkmenistan greatly values its friendly relations with Italy and expressed confidence that these relations would continue to develop and strengthen for the benefit of the peoples of both countries. President Serdar Berdimuhamedov also wished Sergio Mattarella good health and happiness, and the people of Italy peace, continued progress and prosperity.
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